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How often do I need an eye exam as I grow older?

Written byJameson Kowalczyk

Medically reviewedbyAnn Wendling, MD, MPHin December 2024

Updated onOctober 23, 2024

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Eye Health Healthy Aging

David Demartini, MD, explains how frequently you should have an eye exam, and why the frequency should increase as you get older.

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